Fawzi Al-Issawi

Libyan footballer

Libya Midfielder
66Age
90Int'l caps
40Int'l goals
1Clubs

Fawzi Al-Issawi: profile

Fawzi Al-Issawi (born 27 February 1960 in Benghazi, Libya) is a former Libyan footballer who played as a midfielder.

Al-Issawi's senior club career began in 1976 at Al-Nasser SC.

At international level, Al-Issawi represented Libya (1977–1985), earning 90 caps and scoring 40 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Ghana on 5 March 1982 (Africa Cup of Nations).

Benghazi has produced 13 footballers in our database, including Ahmed Saad Osman, Ahmed Zuway and Sadiq El Fitouri.

Key facts

Senior international debut
1977 (aged about 17)
First international goal
1982 – aged 22 (match)
Club career
1976–1997 (22 seasons)
Shares a birthday with
Pascal Feindouno, Largie Ramazani and Mustapha Bundu (more)

Club career

YearsClubLeagueAppsGoals
1976–1997 Al-Nasser SC Libyan Premier League – –

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

YearsTeamLevelCapsGoals
1977–1985 Libya Senior 9040

International goals (1)

#DateMatchMinCompetition
15 Mar 1982 Libya 2–2 Ghana 76 Africa Cup of Nations

*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Fawzi Al-Issawi?

Fawzi Al-Issawi was born on 27 February 1960, which makes him 66 years old.

Where was Fawzi Al-Issawi born?

Fawzi Al-Issawi was born in Benghazi, Libya.

Which national team does Fawzi Al-Issawi play for?

Fawzi Al-Issawi played international football for Libya. He has 90 caps and 40 goals on record.

Which clubs has Fawzi Al-Issawi played for?

Fawzi Al-Issawi's recorded clubs are Al-Nasser SC.

What position does Fawzi Al-Issawi play?

Fawzi Al-Issawi played as a midfielder.

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